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Do not drink and drive By Amanda Stewart Staff writer Over the past few weeks, those entering Fort Belvoir through Tulley or Pence gates have probably noticed two crashed cars on display alongside electronic message boards with reminders about safe driving. The displays are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s holiday season safety campaign and Belvoir’s Directorate of Emergency Services arranged their display on the installation to help communicate the safe driving message to the Belvoir community. “A lot of us are traveling for the holiday season and we wanted to make sure people don’t forget about getting there safely,” said Lt. Andrew Brown, Fort Belvoir police department accident investigation supervisor. The crashed cars and electronic message boards displaying slogans such as “Buckle Up, Belvoir,” and “Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving,” will be on display through Jan. 6, Brown said. “We wanted to remind people to wear their seat belts, to discourage them from driving while impaired or tired, really, anything to remind them that we care about them driving safely,” Brown said. The NHTSA holiday safety campaign emphasizes the dangers of drunken driving, which can be more common in the holiday season, when people are attending holiday parties and celebrations. NHTSA reports that 10,076 people nationwide were killed in drunken driving crashes in 2013 and, in December 2013 alone, 733 people were killed in crashes involving a drunken driver. This is the second year the crashed

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Walker and Telegraph gates are closed Dec. 21 through Jan. 1. The Visitors Center is closed Dec. 24 and 25; Dec. 31 and Jan. 1.

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A mangled vehicle at Fort Belvoir’s Tulley gate is a reminder that buzzed driving is drunken driving. cars have been part of Belvoir’s efforts you probably need to secure another to discourage drunken driving and way to get home,” Brown said. encourage traffic safety, Brown said. This month, the Fort Belvoir Army “We just want it to be a reminder Substance Abuse Program has partto say, ‘Hey, think about this before nered with the Washington Regional you drive,’” Brown said. “The biggest Alcohol Program for the SoberRide thing is that we want you to take the program, which offers free taxi rides time to ensure you get to your desti- home, up to a $30 fare, from 10 p.m. nation safely.” to 6 a.m. nightly, now through Jan. Brown said drivers should remem- 1. To use SoberRide, people 21 and ber that drunken driving, buzzed older can call 1-800-200-TAXI. AT&T driving and fatigued driving are all customers can dial #WRAP (#9727). dangerous and, if you are questioning “We want the community to keep your ability to drive safely, you should safe this holiday season,” Brown said. call a taxi or a friend or find another “Remember that the best present this way to get home. holiday season is each other, as corny “We like to not inconvenience peo- as it sounds, and you don’t want to ple. But, if you are thinking about miss being there because you didn’t whether or not you are OK to drive, drive safely.”

New commander ready to lead Army Medicine’s largest region commanding general (Support). “Readiness, which is our mission, is not going to change. Our future is uncertain and that is not going to change,” Place told the region’s leaders and senior staff who were Stressing the importance of Army Mediin Leesburg for strategic leaders training. cine’s role in ensuring America’s Army is “The current, international situation only ready to meet challenges today and into the highlights the need for constant vigilance future, Brig. Gen. Ronald J. Place became the in a dangerous world. Our Army has to be new commanding general of Regional Health ready and we are part of that,” he continued. Command-Atlantic (Provisional), Dec. 8 at Brig. Gen. “What each of you do every day helps to keep the National Conference Center in Leesburg. Ronald J. Place the Army ready.” Place took command of the region from Place acknowledged Tenhet’s leadership durBrig. Gen. Robert D. Tenhet, who served as the reing a time of transition and organizational realignment. gion’s commanding general since May 2014. Tenhet See PLACE, Page A6 will become the deputy surgeon general and deputy By Regional Health Command-Atlantic (Provisional) Office of Strategic Communications and Public Affairs

The Fort Belvoir Christmas Bird Count, CBC, is conducted this season Jan. 3. This annual count is one of the oldest in the area, dating back to 1911, and is sponsored by National Audubon Society. Bird counts help researchers better understand wintering bird populations. Interested people are asked to register through Kevin Walter, 703805-3969. Novice and experts are welcome to participate, as novices will be teamed up with seasoned birders to learn. Counters meet at Belvoir’s Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge Environmental Education Center for all start times: 5 and 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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In mid-November, retired Command Sgt. Maj. Jose Garcia-Aponte, president of Operation Giveback for Wounded Warriors, Inc., OGB, presented Col. Charles Stein, the Project Manager Defense Communications and Army Transmission Systems, PM DCATS, a plaque recognizing the significant contributions the DCATS team has made to OGB. In May, DCATS team members organized a motorcycle rally to raise awareness and support for U.S. Service members who have been wounded in action, and their families. When the rally was canceled due to weather, participants and supporters chose to give anyway. Retired Sgt. Maj. Clive Flores; retired Sgt. 1st Class Edgardo Edwards; and retired Master Sgt. Mike Boutin organized the donation drive. “Even though we’re retired, we still have a connection to that community, and a responsibility. It’s all about the team,” Boutin said. Stein spoke highly of the attitude of service to U.S. Soldiers embodied by the PM DCATS team. “Our primary mission at DCATS is to field superior SATCOM capability to enable information dominance for the Army and our DoD partners. We acquire and field a diverse portfolio of long-haul and terrestrial communications systems all around the world, but DCATS’ greatest asset is the people who work here.” Veterans, including active-duty Army officers, compose a substantial majority of workforce at PM DCATS. Others share familial and personal connections to veterans. The collective contributions from DCATS team members will sponsor Christmas gifts for two Veterans’ families in the Washington, D.C., area. GarciaAponte and OGB co-founder Maribel Garcia said, “It is our mission to raise awareness and resources for our wounded warriors, their families and the children of our fallen heroes. Without the assistance of community-minded individuals just like PM DCATS, we wouldn’t be able to serve those in our community each year.” “I’m constantly impressed by the sacrifices our people make for their mission every day – long hours, long commutes; always prepared to volunteer and pitch in extra to get the job done,” Stein said. “The DCATS team’s continued service to veterans outside of duty hours reflects positively on the attitudes of everyone here and the mindset they bring to work every day.”

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Jose Garcia-Aponte, at right, president of Operation Giveback, thanks Col. Charles Stein and other members of PM DCATS for their support of U.S. Military veterans and their families. Members of the PM DCATS workforce organized an off-duty rally among their peers to raise awareness and sponsor Christmas gifts for two veterans’ families this year.

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like locking all doors and windows; not leaving spare keys outside; using variable light timers; keeping valuables out of sight; and having a friend get mail and newspapers are the first line of defense against burglary. Using a home security or video system further deters criminals. "Criminals are always on the lookout for opportunities to exploit. Whether driving through neighborhood streets or surfing social media sites, the criminal's goal is to identify 'soft targets' that are lucrative and present the least chance of being caught," Andrews said. "This underscores the very real connection between the physical and virtual worlds." CID officials encourage Army personnel to take the following steps to reduce their risk of being targeted by crooks in the virtual world: • Update your privacy setting on social media sites before leaving for vacation. • Do not "check in" to airports or your holiday destination on social media sites. Sites, such as Facebook, use the GPS built into a phone to allow users to "check in" to businesses and locations across the country. This information tells would-be burglars that the home is likely to be vacant until the user announces their arrival at the airport for their return flight. • Do not post in "real-time." Posting information about your location while you are there is equivalent to telling a would-be burglar that you are not home. To minimize the risk of burglary while you are away, post information after you

return home. • Remove GPS data from pictures. GPS data, including location coordinates, is automatically attached to photos taken from smart phones and many digital cameras. When posted in real-time, GPS coordinates give a would-be burglar your exact location, which makes your home vulnerable, if you are not there. • Do not geotag posts or tweets. Much like the Facebook "check

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As Soldiers and their families prepare for the holiday season, the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, commonly referred to as CID, warns that posting travel plans on social media sites makes your home vulnerable to burglary. While Soldiers should always be vigilant in their postings to avoid releasing sensitive information, revealing personal holiday travel information puts Soldiers, their families and their homes at risk. "Social media is a powerful and frequently used tool for Soldiers, their families, and friends to stay connected, especially during the holiday season," said Daniel Andrews, director of CID's Computer Crime Investigative Unit. "Unfortunately, criminals use the same social media sites to conduct surveillance and identify potential targets." In fact, Andrews said, posting vacation plans is like announcing to criminals that your residence will be unoccupied for an extended period. "We recommend that personnel avoid publicizing the details of holiday plans and travel arrangements, whether upcoming or in progress," Andrews said. "Wait until the vacation is over to comment on it and share photos, but still be cautious about what information you make publicly available." Additionally, personnel are advised to take basic home security measures before leaving their house. The FBI's "2014 Crime in the United States" reported an estimated 1,729,806 burglaries in the U.S., with burglaries of residential properties accounting for 73.2 percent. The average dollar loss for each burglary incident was $2,251. Basic, home-security measures,

in" feature, geotagging or adding your exact GPS coordinates to a Tweet or post tells would-be burglars exactly how close you are to your home. • Monitor what family members post. A would-be burglar only needs one member of the family to announce the family has left for vacation to know the house might be empty. Speak to all members of the family, especially teens, about what they are posting online. Additionally, personnel should review CID's Computer Crime Investigative Unit's site, http://www. cid.army.mil/cciu2can.html; and online safety flyers for more ways to avoid being victimized.

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Former POW details experiences in Vietnam

By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Eugene McDaniel, a retired Navy captain and prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, spoke to members of the Saint Martin Military History Group Dec. 8 at the Belvoir Officers’ Club. McDaniel’s plane, an A-6 Intruder aircraft, had been shot at and he and the pilot were forced to eject. He ended up in an area with a lot of tall trees, and injured his spine in the process. Seven aircraft and nine pilots were lost that day, he said. After a few days, McDaniel was captured by the Vietnamese who had been looking for him. He was put on display in a local town and villagers were able to throw things at him. He was tortured for two weeks in Hanoi, Vietnam, for military information he didn’t know, McDaniel said. While imprisoned, his roommate was another Service member who was badly wounded. “We learned, there, that God’s love has no limit, his grace has no measure, his power knows no boundary known to man. The one thing the enemy couldn’t take from us was our will to believe. They could take everything we had – our clothes, our food, our bed – but they could not destroy the will to believe and the will to survive. That lived on.” He nursed the man back to good health and lived with him for two years. “I lived with him for so long that he would take my stories that I told him, embellish them and tell them back to me,” he said. “The way we survived was communication with each other. We were the forerunners of texting,” he said, adding they used abbreviations such as “GBU” for “God bless you.” They communicated through the walls, he

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Retired Capt. Eugene McDaniel, U.S. Navy speaks to the St. Martin Military History Group at the Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club, Dec. 8 about his autobiography, “Scars & Stripes,” chronicling his Vietnam Prisoner of War experience.

said. At one point, McDaniel had talked to one man through the walls for four years. “I never saw his face. But I knew his name, his family, his children, his classmates in school

… but I never saw this man until late in the war. That communication was a lifeline,” he said. “We found that if you live in solitary confinement for about 30 days, you begin to lose touch with reality. The most important thing to a prisoner of war is to have some security. As you live one day in a cell, you’re one day secure. If you live in it for two days, you’re two days secure. After 30 days, you’re so secure that you don’t want to change, but you lose touch with your fellow man.” He took each day of his imprisonment one day at a time, McDaniel said. He studied three languages and memorized about 65 different poems. At one point, there was an escape attempt, which resulted in severe torture for many men. Twenty men had died from the extreme torture and, since his room was used to communicate to others to help plan the escape, McDaniel was tortured, as well. Eventually, the torture ceased because of the bad publicity the prison was getting. McDaniel said he learned a lesson from his ordeal. “Courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is simply the presence of faith. With faith, you can make it. You might not get over it, but you’ll get through it.” McDaniel, and other prisoners of war, were finally released March 4, 1973, after the Vietnam War ceasefire. He is the author of the book Scars and Stripes, which details his experience as a POW. He was awarded the Navy Cross, as well as other awards, including two Purple Hearts. He retired from the Navy in 1982 after serving as the director of Navy and Marine Corps Liaison to the U.S. House of Representatives and as commanding officer of the USS Lexington and USS Niagara Falls.

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Tips to avoid the ‘holiday blues’ By Amanda Stewart Staff writer The holiday season can be a happy time, but, for many people, it can also bring about stress and feelings of sadness and depression, said Milagros “Millie” Frank, Belvoir’s suicide prevention program manager. “The holiday can be a difficult time,” Frank said. “We want to reach out to people to check themselves and check on others who may be experiencing those holiday blues.” During the holiday season, people may experience stress when they overextend themselves entertaining family and friends or when financial constraints affect their celebrations, Frank said. The holidays can also be difficult for those dealing with the loss of a loved one, she said. “What’s happening is, some people are not feeling as joyful,” Frank said. “For some people, it could be financial problems that keep them from traveling, for others, this may be their first holiday without a loved one. For many reasons, it can be a difficult time.” Though this December is unseasonably warm, often cold weather this time of year can contribute to people feeling the blues, Frank said. New Year’s Eve can also be a difficult time when people drink alcohol and make bad decisions, Frank said. “If you are experiencing these feelings, maybe

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alcohol is not something you want to have,” she said. Frank said she wants people to be aware of the risk of depression and suicide during the holiday season so people can take care of themselves and others. “We definitely want to mitigate any potential suicides that could happen this time of year,” she said. Frank offered several tips for people who are experiencing, or could be at risk for “the holiday blues.” • Don’t over extend yourself. If you are entertaining friends or family, be careful to not take on too much, Frank said. “If you are having people over, remember you don’t have to do everything,” she said. “As family members to help with dishes or, if you don’t want to ask for help, remember the dishes can wait. You don’t want to get stressed out by trying to do everything.” • Stay engaged. If financial constraints or other reasons are keeping you from traveling to see family or friends this holiday season, find other activities in the community to stay involved and busy, Frank said. “Find out what’s happening in the local area, maybe at a church or somewhere else in the community,” she said. “Maybe a co-worker would offer to include you in their holiday celebration. Find some way to keep yourself engaged.” • Take time to rest. “If you are traveling, make sure you are very rested, mentally and physically,” Frank said. “Traveling can take a toll on you and you don’t want to start out tired.” • Take care of yourself. Don’t forget to drink plenty

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of fluids, eat well and exercise during the season. “Stay active and don’t stop exercising,” Frank said. Sometimes, sitting around and watching TV for hours is not the best thing for you.” • Set realistic expectations and goals. Don’t try to do too much during the holidays and communicate your expectations to family and friends, Frank said. When it comes to goal-setting for the New Year, be realistic. “I recommend setting realistic goals, goals that are realistic and obtainable,” Frank said. “Find things that can better yourself. Think about something you can do to better yourself and your situation. I really think 2016 should be a year for really good self-care.” • Reach out to others. “We need to reach out to other people and just be mindful of what we say to others,” Frank said. “We need more people out there being the light for each other, rather than blowing the light out.” • Seek help. If you are feeling depressed or suicidal, seek out one of many available resources including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK, or, for Service members, Military OneSource at 1-800-342-9674 or www. militaryonesource.com or Vets4Warriors at 855838-8255. Those seeking help can also visit www. psychologytoday.com to access a searchable database of therapists, psychiatrists, therapy groups and treatment centers.

Regional Health Command-Atlantic became the largest region that provides medical, dental and public health support to Soldiers, retirees and their families at Army medical centers, hospitals, and clinics from Wisconsin to Puerto Rico. “Change isn’t easy and being responsible for that change is the hardest part. … You have done an extraordinary job and are a tough act to follow,” Place said of Tenhet. “Thanks for setting the stage for me.” In his final remarks to the region, Tenhet reminded the assembled hospital leaders and staff that taking care of Soldiers is the number one priority and Army Medicine has an important role in maintaining readiness by providing accessible care. He also challenged the region to remember the importance of taking care of each other and the team. The new commander’s most recent assignment was assistant sur-

geon general for quality and safety (Provisional), Office of The Surgeon General; and deputy chief of staff, quality and safety (Provisional). The South Dakota native is a graduate of University of South Dakota and Creighton University School of Medicine. Place’s medical assignments include staff general surgeon at Martin Army Community Hospital, Fort Benning, Ga.; colorectal surgeon and assistant chief of surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center; Joint Base Lewis-McCord, Wash.; general surgeon, 250th Forward Surgical Team, Afghanistan; Task Force Med Falcon IX , Kosovo; and 249th General Hospital, Afghanistan. He has served as commander of U.S. Army Medical Activity Fort Knox, Kent./Ireland Army Community Hospital and U.S. Army Medical Activity Fort Stewart, Ga./Winn Army Community Hospital.

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A child's bicycle is prepared for delivery by volunteers at Project Elf, sponsored by USO Metro on Fort Belvoir, Dec. 10.

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Chief Warrant Officer 3 Mike Simons brings a bicycle to a Fort Belvoir family Dec. 10 as part of USO Metro’s Project Elf, helping numerous lower income families create a better holiday for their children.

Belvoir USO partners with community for Project Elf By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Each year around the holiday season, corporations and community sponsors team up with the USO Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore to give gifts to children of active-duty Service members. Hundreds of military families picked up their toys from the USO Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore Project USO Elf event, Dec. 10 at the USO warehouse. Project Elf is open to junior enlisted Service members. They sign

up for Project Elf and their children are paired with a sponsor. The sponsors then provide gifts for the children, said Alexandra Bitonti, programs specialist. “I think it’s an amazing opportunity for us to be able to give back to the military community,” Bitonti said. “The amazing thank-you notes and the pictures people send us back about how appreciative (they) are that people in their own community really want to support them and help them out during the holidays. It’s just a really, really nice way for people to give back and get into the holi-

Parents line up to receive Christmas presents for their children, as USO Metro Project Elf commences on Fort Belvoir, Dec. 10. day spirit. We know that everyone is ward to opening his presents. “It’s a good feeling. It’s definitely going to get really great Christmas gifts or Hanukkah gifts, or whatever needed, especially for those who have children,” Don said. “It’s nice they celebrating.” USO Metro has two distribution to know they have presents for us.” USO Metro is right in your backcenters, one at Belvoir and the other Fort Meade, Md., she said. Belvoir yard and is here to help, Bitonti said. “We have a lot of programs. I think had more than 800 children registered for Project Elf, with an addi- a lot of people know us because we’re great at having events and our celebtional 400 at Meade. Project Elf helped distribute the rity tours overseas,” she said. “We gifts, thanks to volunteers made actually have a lot of really great up of corporate sponsors and USO programs in the community, just like this one. We would love to support Metro volunteers, Bitonti said. Spc. Don Anderson had signed his Service members however we can. We are always here for them.” four children up for Project Elf. For more information about USO His oldest son, 9-year-old Donvonte Anderson, said he looked for- Metro, visit www.usometro.org.

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Belvoir Briefs Malicious Extremism on Social Media and How It Targets Youth

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The National Counterterrorism Center and the Department of Homeland Security partner with Fort Belvoir's School Liaison Office and Marine Corps Community Services Behavior Health to present information about social media pages and sites that are designed to have negative and dangerous impacts on younger generations. Children and adolescents have access to technology that lets them experience the world like never before. While virtual reality can enrich knowledge and understanding, there are online environments that deceive and influence in harmful ways. Experts from both agencies will speak on violent extremism and how adolescents are targeted by ISIS and other groups using social media; and human trafficking and its growing presence on U.S. soil. Agencies will offer advice and suggestions on how to discuss these tough, and possibly uncomfortable, topics with children and adolescents so everyone can work to keep families aware and safe. The event is Jan. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Belvoir USO, 5940 9th St. Reservations are recommended, as space is limited. RSVP via e-mail to Jamie.albers2.nav@mail.mil. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Due to the subject matter, children younger than 14 are not permitted; children 14 and older may attend at parents’ discretion.

New Year’s Eve Gala The Belvoir Officers’ Club has a New Year’s Eve Gala , 6 p.m.-1 a.m. The annual event includes dancing to a live band and DJ; a four-course dinner; champagne for a toast; favors and a continental breakfast. A cash bar with free hors d’oeuvre starts at 6 p.m. The event costs $90 per person and pre-paid reservations are required by calling the O Club, 703780-0930.

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Air Force Staff Sgt. Nanayaw Obeng-Duro draws blood from volunteers, including U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Belvoir Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Guillory during the annual Army-Navy blood drive at the USO Warrior and Family Center, Dec. 8. Belvoir won the Army’s blood drive. Belvoir and Quantico personnel donated more than 120 units of blood.

O Club member appreciation On Friday, 6-9 p.m., Officers’ Club members get a $5 per person discount and a free glass of wine or beer, for member appreciation. The club’s number is 703-7800930.

National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month During the holiday season, Fort Belvoir Army Substance Abuse Program kicks off a campaign initiative called National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, or 3D, during December to reduce the number of alcohol-related traffic violations in and around our community. Also, the ASAP Program has

again partnered with Washington Regional Alcohol Program, WRAP, which provides free rides home in the area, up to a $30 fare, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly from Friday through Jan. 1. To use SoberRide, people 21 and older can call 1-800200-TAXI. AT&T customers can dial #WRAP (#9727) Information is available from the prevention coordinator, 703-8051010.

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Bridal show scheduled The O Club hosts its Fairytale Wedding Exhibition and Bridal Show Feb. 27, with tastings, fashion, trends, expert advice and giveaways. The event is open to everyone. FMI, 703-780-0930.

Friday, 10-11 a.m., ACS, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road. Networking chance for all parents of EMFs to learn coping strategies and healthy ways to understand the complexities of working with family members’ needs. FMI and registration, call 703-805-4418 or 703-805-4435.

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The Coast Guard Spouses’ Club meets Jan. 19, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., for happy hour in Mount Vernon Tavern, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. The event is a chance to meet fellow Coast Guard spouses living on or around Belvoir. Interested people are asked to call 270908-6472 for more information and to RSVP. The Coast Guard Spouses' Club is an all-hands club that provides a friendly atmosphere while supporting the morale and wellbeing of Coast Guard families and engaging in charitable and social activities.

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Anyone can support Service members during holidays, year round, with gift cards Exchange Public Affairs Any person can send a little holiday cheer to U.S. military Service members this year by buying a Soldier, Airman, Sailor or Marine an Exchange gift card. Service members can use Exchange gift cards to buy snacks, electronics, books, clothing or even jewelry at any Army, Air Force, Navy or Marine Corps exchange. “Purchasing an Army & Air Force Exchange Service gift card for Service members is a great way to remind our military that they are valued by those they serve to protect,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Sean Applegate, the Exchange’s senior enlisted adviser. “It only takes a minute, and, while it’s a small token of appreciation, rest assured, it makes a big impact for those who work to protect American freedoms.”

While only authorized military shoppers can redeem Exchange gift cards, anyone can send one by calling 800-527-2345 or visiting www.shopmyexchange.com and clicking “Purchase Gift and Phone Cards” at the bottom of the page. From there, Exchange gift cards, ranging from $10 to $500, can be addressed to a specific Soldier, Airman, Sailor or Marine or sent to “any Service member” through the Fisher House Foundation, Air Force Aid Society, Warrior and Family Support Center or Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. The gift cards can be redeemed at Exchanges in all 50 states and more than 30 countries. eGift cards can also be bought and emailed directly to an authorized recipient for online redemption at www.shopmyexchange.com.

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discount of 5 cents per gallon on all gas purchases, cardholders get a 10 percent discount on all Exchange food court purchases year-round and free standard shipping at shopmyexchange.com. For information about the features and benefits of the card, shoppers can visit www.myecp.com.

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• Fluorescent, incandescent or LED lanterns for emergency lighting. • Escape ladder for people who live in second or third-story homes. Check for a recognized testing laboratory before buying. • Emergency preparedness kit. Visit www.ready.gov to find out what’s needed to create a kit. • First aid kit and a first aid textbook. • Garrison webpage: www.belvoir.army.mil • Facebook: www.facebook.com/ fortbelvoir • Twitter: https://twitter.com/ Fort_Belvoir • Belvoir Information Hotline: 703-805-3030

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The Exchange is keeping military shoppers’ wallets from running on empty this holiday season by doubling the discount Military Star cardholders get on fuel. From Friday through Sunday, drivers fueling up with the card at AAFES gas stations get 10 cents off per gallon instead of the everyday 5-cents-per-gallon discount. “With the last weekend of holiday shopping approaching, we’re giving military shoppers an extra reason to come on base or post and see what the Exchange has in store,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Sean Applegate, the Exchange’s senior enlisted adviser. “The extra savings at the pump are all part of the value authorized shoppers find at the Exchange.” After fueling up, shoppers who stop into the Express and buy something else with their Military Star card get a free coffee or fountain drink. When drivers use their Military Star card at the pump, they’ll earn points as part of the new rewards program, which launched this fall. Cardholders earn two points for every

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understand and learn the rules of safe extinguisher usage before a fire occurs. • Fireproof oven mitts provide protection when handling cookware for the oven, stove, barbeque grill or other cooking equipment. • Large house numbers enable firefighters to quickly locate a home, especially at night, if there’s an emergency.

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Will you find yourself searching all weekend for the right gift for someone special? This year, consider giving a gift that says you care about their personal safety; a gift that could save their life. The National Fire Protection Association, NFPA, reports that, last year, there were an estimated 381,000 residential fires, that’s a home fire every 85 seconds, and a slight increase from prior year’s statistics. These fires resulted in 2,380 deaths. To reduce the overall fire death toll, Fort Belvoir Fire & Emergency Services, in conjunction with NFPA, suggest the following gifts that could save you and a loved one’s life: • Smoke alarms provide an early warning and cut the chance of dying in a fire, nearly in half.

• Replace smoke alarms every 10 years. • Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms for the deaf or hard of hearing, which include strobe lights, high decibels and/or vibration. Contact the Hearing and Loss Association of America, 301-6572248, or http://www.hearingloss. org/. • Carbon monoxide alarms - Carbon monoxide is often referred to as the ‘silent killer’ due to its colorless and odorless gas; fuels such as natural gas, oil and wood that burn incomplete create a gas/carbon monoxide. • Sturdy candleholders - lanternstyle candleholders are less likely to tip over when candles are lit and reduce the risk of items coming in contact with an open flame. • Sturdy fireplace screen that keeps fireplace embers out of a room. • Gift certificates for clean-up ser-

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NCO and Soldier of the year awarded for 2015 By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year and Soldier of the Year were recently announced. Staff Sgt. Andre Washington is NCO of the Year and Spc. Mark Nobleza is Soldier of the Year. Nobleza, a supply tech at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, said he felt great about being Soldier of the Year and described it as hard work. “It was tough with the PT test and the weapons qualification,” he said. Every year, NCOs and Soldiers are chosen each quarter and compete against each other for NCO of the Year and Soldier of the Year. The Soldiers perform various tasks and are evaluated on things such as their appearance and interviews. A point system is used to determine the winners. Nobleza had studied up to 18 hours for the last three days up to the final day last week, he said. Washington, from 2nd Battalion, 1st Information Operations Command (Land), also said he

Sgt. Andre Washington Spc. Mark Nobleza studied multiple subjects over the course of the competition. “I sometimes had my youngest son read back some of the questions … it took about a good month of studying,” he said. Nobleza is just beginning his career with only

one and half years in the Army. Washington has been in the Army for 17 years. “It was motivating for me. It was very energizing,” Washington said. “I’m getting close to hitting 20 years and I was thinking about whether I should even go to a board. But, going to the board helped my Soldiers see that, even though I’ve been here for a long time, I still can go to boards and show them … that you need stay and take care of Soldiers all the way to the very last day in the Army.” For Nobleza, although he’s been to boards before, this experience taught him a lot about NCOs and what he could possibly look forward to. “You can personally tell your Soldier what it’s like to be up there and the process for going there,” Nobleza said. This is a chance that doesn’t come often, he said. “Sometimes, you’ve got to sacrifice your time for something greater, which will benefit you in the future,” he said.

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USO offers weekly poetry workshops on Fort Belvoir By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer The USO Warrior and Family Center on Fort Belvoir offers writing workshops to those eligible to use the USO’s services. Their poetry workshop features Brendan Constantine, a published poet. Workshops are offered through Fort Belvoir Community Hospital and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Department of Rehabilitation’s Recreation Arts Activi-

ties Program, through Occupational Therapy, according to Seema Reza, recreational arts activities coordinator. “The purpose is to build communication and writing skills and provide opportunities for self-expression and community reintegration,” she said, adding she hopes those who attend gain confidence in their writing abilities. “Lots of people have sort of been turned off of poetry, in particular, in school, and don't know how broad

and inclusive it can be,” she said. “The hope is always that people … keep writing outside of the workshop. That seems to be the case, people often arrive at the weekly session with writing to share and receive feedback on, and many have gone on to get writing published on their own.” Although there may be many layers to poetry, not all poets hide their poem’s intentions, Constantine said. “I think a lot of people feel shut out of poetry, because it uses figurative language, that it’s a test of some kind,” he said. “I think what’s really going on is that the poet just wants you to feel something. The short form is while prose may describe a

thing, poetry is trying to embody it.” Don’t feel bad for moving on to a new poem if it’s not working for you, Constantine said. “I want them to feel enabled, in some way,” he said. “If I can remove any obstacle between them and writing, and make it any easier to let their thoughts and impressions flow on the page, that’s a successful day for me.” The workshops are at noon Wednesdays. For more information about the workshops, email Reza at seema.b.reza.ctr@mail.mil or Ashy Palliparambil, USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore's Arts Programming, at ashy@usometro.org.

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Protestant services • Dec. 24, 8 a.m., Breakfast with Angels, Religious Education Center • Dec. 24, 7 p.m., Christmas Eve Service, Belvoir Chapel • Dec. 31, 10 p.m., Watch Night Service, Woodlawn Chapel Belvoir’s Protestant coordinator’s number is 703-806-4316.

Catholic Mass schedule

Chapel Services Woodlawn Chapel: 1801 Wright Road, Bldg. 1801, 703-806-5911 • Saturday: 5 p.m. Catholic Mass • Sunday: 7:30 a.m. Catholic Mass; 9:15 a.m. Catholic Mass; 11 a.m. Gospel Service • Monday-Friday: 12:05 p.m. Catholic Daily Mass (Only M/W/F from Memorial Day through Labor Day

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• Dec. 24, 4 p.m., Children’s Mass, Belvoir Chapel • Dec. 24, 5 p.m., Christmas Vigil Mass, Woodlawn Chapel • Dec. 24, 10 p.m. Second Christmas Vigil Mass, Woodlawn Chapel • Dec. 25, 10 a.m., Christmas Mass, Woodlawn Chapel • Dec. 31, 4 p.m., Holy Day Vigil Mass, Woodlawn Chapel • Jan. 1, noon, Holy Day Mass, Woodlawn Chapel Belvoir’s Catholic coordinator’s number is 703-806-5745.

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Belvoir Chapel: 5950 12th St. Ste. 101, 703-806-3006 • Friday: 7:30 p.m. Jewish Service • 3rd Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Jewish Service • Sunday: 8 a.m. Protestant Service; 9:30 a.m. Catholic Mass; 11 a.m. Protestant Service; 2 p.m. Contemporary Protestant Service (ChapelNext) Fairfax Chapel: 5675 21st Street • Sunday: 11:15 a.m. Catholic Mass

Throughout the year, there are special services and Masses. Call the following coordinators for those service dates and times: • Catholic: 703-806-5745 • Jewish: 703-806-3393 • Protestant: 703-806-4316 • Wedding Coordinator: 703-4732193 • For services at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, call 571-2314178/79.

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Fort Belvoir Community Hospital: 9300 DeWitt Loop, 571-231-4178/79, Oaks Pavilion, 1st Floor • Friday: 12:15 p.m. Jewish Community Gathering; 1:30 p.m. Islamic Jumu’ah Prayer • Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Protestant Service; 11 a.m. Catholic Mass • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: noon Catholic Mass • Wednesday: 11 a.m. Catholic Mass

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Fort Belvoir Exchange holiday hours From Dec. 21 to Jan. 1, the Starbucks on 12th Street is open weekdays, 6 a.m.-4 p.m.; and weekends 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Starbucks is closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1.

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• North Post Express: 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. • South Post Express: 6 a.m.-6 p.m. • Main Store: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • MCSS: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Arby's: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. • SP BK: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Food Court Mall • Subway: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. • Burger King: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Starbucks: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Charley's: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Taco Bell: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Pizza Hut: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Popeye's: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• MCSS: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Main Store: 9 a.m -7 p.m. • SP BK: 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m. • Arby's: 7 a.m -7 p.m. • 12th Street Starbucks: 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Food Court Mall • Subway: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Burger King: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Starbucks: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. • Charley's: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Taco Bell: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Popeye's: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Pizza Hut: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The following Exchange facilities will be closed: Hospital Retail, Starbucks, and Subway; Wood Theater; AP Hill.

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JPPSOMA pummels USALSA 108-43 in intramural hoops By Rick Musselman Sports editor Defending intramural basketball champion Joint Personal Property Shipping Office Mid Atlantic unveiled its designs for the FY16 season when it summarily dominated the U.S. Army Legal Services Agency through two offense-heavy periods to claim a staggering 108-43 victory, Dec. 8 at Wells Field House. JPPSOMA, unquestionably the most technically skilled and successful unit in the entire hoops league, took to the hardwood determined to stake its claim on this season’s title from the opening-week match ups. Fully utilizing a roster of veteran players with years of experience in the elite Washington Area Military Athletic Conference, under the guidance of Belvoir Eagles head coaches Herb Marshall and Sherman Sherin, JPPSOMA proved virtually unstoppable throughout the lopsided contest, once again establishing itself as the team to beat in this latest installment of Commander’s Cup basketball. The JPPSOMA offense, spearheaded by veteran WAMAC guards, Katoe Chapman and Calvin Booth, went immediately to work bringing every tool in their team’s arsenal to bear. Employing a rapid-fire passing game around the perimeter and connecting with forwards, Antonio Butler and Deonte Bleach haunting the baseline, Chapman and Booth ushered in a brand of offensive precision that USALSA found difficult to manage for the duration. JPPSOMA center, Henry Funn, anchored the operation with perfectly placed picks and a no-prisoners approach to crashing the boards that kept his team in possession and repeatedly hitting from all points around the arc. By the 7:51 mark JPPSOMA had established a 37-11 advantage. Despite the obvious difficulty of the challenge at hand, USALSA stayed focused and systematically See JPPSOMA, Page B3

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DAU downs 249th Engineers 82-43 in basketball By Rick Musselman Sports editor Defense Acquisition University showcased the raw talent and fluid precision that has firmly cemented its position among the installation’s finest athletic units when it dominated the 249th Engineer Battalion for the duration to claim an 82-43 intramural basketball victory, Dec. 9 at Wells Field House. DAU’s legendary unit cohesion, under the leadership of veteran point guard, Alexis Concepcion, once again enabled the team to execute the brand of spot-on passing, surgical pick-setting and inexhaustible man-to-man defense that proves so taxing to opponents

every season. Even the Engineers, who themselves are no strangers to championship trophy ceremonies, struggled to contain DAU ball handlers’ agility and quick wits in getting the ball into scoring position on every possession. From the opening tip, Concepcion kept the offensive machine gaining momentum and the unflagging effort once again drove the squad into the winner’s circle. Concepcion and highly experienced shooting guard, Krewalski Salter, wasted no time getting to work following a favorable tip. Keeping the ball rocketing around the perimeter, the powerhouse pair repeatedly found forwards, Jahmar Claxton and Jermaine McKinney,

down along the baseline for scores as center, Marvin McMillian, anchored the offensive with a string of early rebounds and follow-up buckets. The Engineers, recognizing their opponents’ total commitment to an all-or-nothing approach to driving the lane and firing from the threepoint arc, focused every effort on a pressing zone defensive formation. Guards, William Wood, Roderick Edwards and Jeffrey Bevington, kept the pressure on DAU ball handlers at every approach, while forwards, Charlie Conner and Ben Booker, maintained lane security. A string of successful rebounds allowed Edwards and Wood some scoring opportunities at the opposite end of the See DAU, Page B4

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Timeout This frightened new world By Rick Musselman Sports editor Two weeks ago, just when I was starting to get into the holiday spirit, a man comes on the radio and reports yet another mass shooting, this time out in San Bernardino, California. I’d begun that afternoon looking forward to getting the Christmas decorations down from the attic, setting up the tree and stringing the icicle lights along the gutters. And, what I ended up doing was sitting in front of the TV watching law enforcement officers walking down a suburban street with assault rifles, as news choppers circled overhead and armored SWAT vehicles inched cautiously toward a black SUV riddled with bullets. The worst part of it was that the shock and mind-numbing horror that had accompanied Columbine and Virginia Tech didn’t seem nearly as powerful this time, indicating to me that these increasingly commonplace acts of senseless violence really have desensitized us — at least judging by how quickly our moods and routines return to normal once we’ve shaken our heads at the tragedy and networks have returned to “our regularly scheduled programming.” We don’t dwell as long on the fact that 14 more people are dead and 14 more families (who will now only mourn during the Christmas season) have had their worlds changed forever. Still, as I watch these incidents unfold (from the point of view of a man with a deeply empathetic awareness of the human condition), I can’t help but think that we, as a race, are not moving forward, despite our fancy new technology; we are moving backward, possibly toward the dangerous and inhospitable frontier that we supposedly left behind in the Paleolithic Age. Columbine High School and Virginia Tech, along with the Navy Yard and Beltway sniper shootings, all came in rapid succession and they each horrified and sickened me, especially being a parent during most of them. But then, Sandy Hook happened and everything changed, almost as dramatically as when 9/11 forever altered the world. It occurred to me then that if we live in a world where a mentally ill young man can walk into an elementary school and start shooting children, then we live in a world where anything can happen. And still, as the cold old adage says, life goes on, whatever comfort that’s supposed to provide. After the San Bernardino coverage ended, I went to bed and slept like a stone, and I woke up the next morning looking forward to a cup of coffee and complaining that it’d gotten cold again. And now I’m sickened by that.

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Fort Belvoir youth athletes ages 7-8 demonstrate their defensive skills in a scrimmage match up during the 2015-16 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker Field House.

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Fort Belvoir’s Child, Youth and School Services ushered in the 2015-16 House basketball season with a skills evaluation clinic, SatSee more urday at Specker photos, Field House. Nearly Page B6 40 young athletes, ages 7-8, showcased their athletic abilities for coaches forming teams and establishing this year’s game schedule. The House basketball league is comprised of young athletes in the process of learning the game and perfecting the skills necessary to compete on the Barracudas squads in the Fairfax County Youth Basketball League, the next stage in Belvoir’s youth basketball program. Four age divisions—5-6, 7-8, 9-11 and 12-14—are represented each year.

“The house league is intended to teach the fundamentals of the game and we also want to form our teams in a fair way,” said Jerry Arrington CYSS sports and fitness director. “We don’t want to stack teams where all the best players in the league are on one or two teams; it’s not fun on Saturdays for teams that might not be as good as others to play against the best squads there are. Learning and fun is what this is all about.” The players spent the hour-long evaluation session engaging in ballhandling, passing, shooting and defensive drills and wrapped up the clinic by applying those skills in scrimmage match ups. House league games are played on Saturdays at Specker through April. For more information and game schedules email Coach Alton Greene at alton.greene@bet.net or alton.greene@yahoo.com.

Anaiah Gilliam, 8, showcases her ball-control skills during the 2015-16 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker.

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USALSA forward, Timmy Donahue, drives inside for a lay-in during his team's intramural basketball match up against JPPSOMA, Dec. 8 at Wells Field House.

JPPSOMA forward, Antonio Butler, sinks one from near the foul line during his team's intramural basketball match up against USALSA, Dec. 8 at Wells Field House. From Page B1

worked the ball into position amid JPPSOMA’s shifting 3-2 zone. Guards, Josh Grubaugh and Kate DePaul, kept the ball in motion around the perimeter and found forwards, Evan Williams and Timmy Donahue, open near the low posts for a pair of short-range buckets. Center, Scott Goble, stayed active in the paint, bringing down rebounds amid swarms of defenders to keep his team momentarily in possession. But JPPSOMA’s perfectly executed passing game continued to foil any defensive approach USALSA threw its way, and Booth, Chapman, Bleach and Butler repeatedly hit from the perimeter for an unbroken run of scores and ultimately sent USALSA to the bench at the halftime buzzer trailing 50-17. USALSA kicked off the second period focusing every ounce of effort on defense. Guards, Randy

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JPPSOMA shooting guard, Katoe Chapman, goes up for an inside shot during his team's intramural basketball match up against USALSA, Dec. 8 at Wells Field House. Dunham and Tarik Downie met JPPSOMA ball but-net scores from every inch of the three-point handlers at midcourt with a full-on press, while arc, Chapman, Booth and company slammed the Donahue and Williams joined forces with for- door on USALSA’s campaign with a sweeping ward, Chris Clauson down low to concentrate on 108-43 victory. grabbing the rebounds and getting some badly For more information about Fort Belvoir’s inneeded momentum built. But JPPSOMA quickly tramural sports program and the annual Comnegated USALSA’s comeback designs with a mander’s Cup title race, call Geneva Martin, string of steals and full-court passes from Chapleague coordinator, at 703-806-5093. Athletes man to fast-breaking Bleach and Booth for yet can also contact their respective unit represenanother overpowering wave of scores. Following a quick timeout Dunham, Donahue, tative for sign-up information and scheduling Williams and Grubaugh managed to sink some details. For weekly game results and standings, buckets along the baseline and out at the high visit http://www.quickscores.com/Orgs/Reposts, but JPPSOMA’s unstoppable momentum sultsDisplay.php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr&Leagu continued to build throughout the remainder of the contest. With yet another series of nothing- eID=580842.

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Defense Acquisition University forward, Jahmar Claxton, plows inside for a lay-in as 249th Engineer Battalion defenders, William Wood, left, and Charlie Conner, apply the pressure during an intramural basketball match up, Dec. 9 at Wells.

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249th Engineer Battalion forward, Charlie Connor, takes to the air for a score during his team's intramural basketball showdown with DAU, Dec. 9 at Wells Field House.

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From Page B1 hardwood, and Conner established himself as a perimeter specialist, hitting a pair of clean jumpers in the opening minutes. But opportunities would soon prove fleeting as Concepcion and company kept the shooting accuracy continually sharpening while ramping up the man-to-man at the opposite end of the court to shut down the Engineers’ gains in a few swift strokes. Claxton and McKinney sank a series of nothingbut-net jumpers from the perimeter while Salter repeatedly plowed into the paint to send the scoreboard into overdrive. By the time the horn signaled the midgame break, DAU had established a 38-13 lead and showed no signs of easing up on the onslaught. Second-half action got underway with the Engineers employing a more cautious approach to the passing game, aiming to make every charge into the lane count for some badly needed points. Wood and Bevington teamed up with shooting guard, Matt Antal, and gradually began to find some rhythm in the lane, hitting a trio of short-range jumpers. Conner, with his lightningfast reflexes and a no-fear attitude in plowing inside, added another 6 to his game stats with some hard-earned lay-ins amid brutal pressure from McKinney and Claxton. But DAU soon responded with yet another run of points off the hands of Salter, McKinney and Claxton and the contest ran away from the Engineers. Another trio of clean buckets from the perimeter in the final minute of the game sealed the deal and DAU moved into a solid third-place slot with the sweeping 82-43 win. For more information about Fort Belvoir’s intramural sports program and the annual Commander’s Cup title race, call Geneva Martin, league coordinator, at 703-806-5093. Athletes can also contact their respective unit representative for sign-up information and scheduling details. For weekly game results and standings, visit http://www.quickscores.com/ Orgs/ResultsDisplay.php?OrgDir=belvoirmwr&LeagueID=580842.

DAU forward, Jermaine McKinney, drives inside along the baseline during his team's intramural basketball match up against the 249th Engineer Battalion, Dec. 9 at Wells.

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Jayda Rainey, 8, demonstrates her cross-court passing skills during the 2015-16 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker Field House.

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Braylen Anderson, 7, goes up for an inside shot during the 2015-16 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker.

Avery Gifford, 7, works the ball down the court during the 2015-16 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker.

Mackenzie Welsh, 8, develops her passing technique during the 201516 Fort Belvoir House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker.

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Sports & Recreation Briefs This week Deep-water aerobics Fort Belvoir Aquatics offers a Saturday deep-water aerobics class, 11-11:55 a.m. For more information on classes offered, call Benyaurd Indoor Pool at 703-805-2620. There will be no aerobics classes offered between Dec. 21 and Jan. 2.

Red Cross Swim Lessons Fort Belvoir Aquatics is offering American Red Cross Swim Lessons now through April. For more information, please call Benyaurd Indoor Pool at 703-805-2620.

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Tailored to the individual, the private lessons offer the chance to gain overall confidence, improve specific techniques or focus on more advanced skills. You have the option of a 30-minute class for $25 per person or 60-minute class for $50 per person. Semi-private classes with a maximum of 2 people are also available. For more information or to schedule a lesson email: jaye.w.urban.naf@mail.mil.

Upcoming Water Safety Instructor course Fort Belvoir Aquatics will be offering a Water Safety Instructor course Dec. 26-29. For more information, call Benyaurd Indoor Pool at 703-805-2620.

Sports and Fitness Expo DFMWR Sports and Fitness will be hosting its annual Health and Fitness Expo, Jan. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Graves Fitness Center. There will be vendors and interactive displays to provide you an overall health experience. Come see all of the wellness opportunities on Fort Belvoir and in the community. Enjoy free refreshments, win a door prize, and remember to come empty handed because you will be leaving with lots of giveaways!

Rafting, kayak and canoe trips Outdoor Recreation offers white water rafting, kayak and canoe guided trips. Prices vary according to the activity and request for rentals. Call 703-8053081 to register or for more information

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Lesson time other parents in this brisk networking opportunity through the trails of Fort Belvoir. Sessions are Fridays, 9 - 10 a.m. starting at Pullen Track. For more information, call 703-805-4547.

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Benyaurd Indoor Pool has afternoon deep-water aerobics classes on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:25 p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, (except holidays), shallow-water aerobics is 9-9:55 a.m.; and deepwater aerobics is 10-10:55 a.m., for $5 per class. For more information, call 703-805-2620.

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Fort Belvoir Youth Basketball League Commissioner, Alton Greene, gives some shooting tips to Jahvan Weaver, 7, during the 2015-16 House basketball league skills evaluation clinic, Saturday at Specker Field House.

Scuba Open Water Certification Open-water scuba certification classes are offered at Benyaurd Indoor Pool Saturdays, 8-11 a.m. For more information, call Patriot Scuba at 703781-4649. For more information on registrations,

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BodySpirit trainers needed BodySpirit, LLC, is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, nationally certified, personal trainers to join the personal training staff at Fort Belvoir. Call Jennifer Beattie at 504-256-0896.

Adult recreational volleyball Eligible individuals ages 18 and older are welcome to play adult recreational volleyball Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sundays, 2-5 p.m., at Wells Field House. For more information, visit http://belvoir.armymwr.com/us/belvoir/programs/wells-field-house or contact Ron Valentine at Ron.Valentine@dau.mil, or 703-805-2912; T.J. Dierks at Timothy.Dierks@ DTRA.mil; or Cliff Fouts at CrFouts26k@aol.com.

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